Hollyoaks’ Alfie Browne-Sykes reveals he’s working as a roofer after quitting soap
HOLLYOAKS star Alfie Browne-Sykes has revealed he's been working as a roofer since quitting the soap - and finds it tough when people recognise him.he is still pursuing acting roles but the coronavirus pandemic has made it particularly difficult.After leaving the Channel 4 programme in 2016, Alfie struggled with anxiety and panic attacks as he felt the pressure of trying to land another acting job.
The keen boxer was hungry for roles with more intensity. He landed a part in Tracy Beaker spin-off Dumping Ground in 2017 followed by a theatre tour of Sebastian Faulks' war drama Birdsong.
Talking about his career ambitions, he said: "I'm just trying to crack on with my acting, trying to pursue that career. It's a lot tougher than people think. It's a lot of waiting for the right opportunities to pop, especially with all the sh*t at the minute."
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